Citrus — Thompson's Pink
Citrus paradisi 'Thompson's Pink'
Thompson's Pink - Citrus paradisi 'Thompson's Pink'
Also known as the 'Pink Marsh' the Thompson's Pink grapefruit is a popular variety due to its seedless large fruit. The tree is vigorous and productive nearly every season.
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Fruit information
Maturity: Mid winter - June/July.
Fruit size: Medium 7-9.5cm.
Fruit shape: Oblate to round.
Skin: Light yellow, smooth and small glands, faintly aromatic.
Flesh colour: Pink.
Texture: Seedless and light 12-14 segments with 3-5 seeds.
Flavour: Light, flushed with pink at the centre.
Storage: cold storage.
Storage period: 3 weeks.
Plant information
Origin: Public variety.
Status: PUBLIC.
Pollinators: Self fertile.
Bloom period: 14 months to blossom.
Tree shape: Vigorous large and productive. Soft short thorns in the twigs. Large rounded canopy.
Flower: Flowers late Winter to early Spring, 4 Petalled and white.
Leaf shape: Evergreen. Fragrant, thick and glossy. Oval small oil glands and winged petioles.
Growing conditions: Cold sensitive and requires full sun.
Harvest notes: Fruit holds well on tree. Flesh fades as the season progresses.
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